US Navy destroyers intercept Iranian missiles targeting Israel in Eastern Mediterranean

On Tuesday, US Navy destroyers intercepted Iranian ballistic missiles aimed at Israel. Video footage shows the USS Bulkeley launching interceptors. A Navy spokesperson confirmed that multiple missiles were successfully engaged during the incident. The USS Cole and USS Bulkeley, equipped with the Aegis Combat System, operated in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea. Iran launched over 180 missiles in retaliation for recent killings of key figures in the region. Israeli military officials reported that most missiles were intercepted by Israel and US forces. This incident marks the second US military defense of Israel against Iranian missile attacks in less than six months.